College of Lake County Foundation
Location
Homewood, Alabama
Salary
$20 / HOUR
The Substitute Lead Teacher plans and facilitates developmental activities for children's physical, intellectual, emotional, and social growth under the supervision of the Director or Coordinator. Responsibilities include developing classroom arrangements, maintaining activity schedules, assisting in staff supervision, and assuming operational responsibility in the Director's absence.
A Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Development or a related field is required, along with a minimum of eighteen credit hours in early childhood education. Desired qualifications include relevant early childhood work experience and education.
Why choose the College of Lake County for your next opportunity? The College of Lake County (CLC) offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits that includes Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois health, Delta Dental and Superior Vision insurance plans, tuition support for employees and qualified family members, three retirement plans, disability, group and supplemental life insurance, health and dependent care flexible spending account plans, a compressed work week in the summer (Closed Fridays!), generous vacation, sick and personal time off and 14 paid holidays each year. Some benefits will not be available for part-time or part-time under 20 hours employees (ex: health insurance).
Substitute Lead Teacher Job Summary: The College of Lake County is looking to for qualified Substitute Lead Teacher to be a part of the Children’s Learning Center team. The Substitute Lead Teacher, under the supervision of the Children’s Learning Center Director or Coordinator, plans and facilitates developmental activities as part of an overall program for children’s physical, intellectual, emotional and social growth.
Develops classroom arrangement for children’s safe, calm, comfortable and successful participation with program equipment and materials in consultation with the Center Coordinator. Develops consistent schedule of daily and weekly program activities in consultation with the Center Director. Maintains journal containing examples of children’s program participation and growth process in social, intellectual, emotional and physical areas. Assists in the supervision of Children’s Learning Center Attendants and student workers as assigned. Prepares reports, attends meetings and/or enacts plans to help class and center staff improve teaching skills and increase understanding of children’s development. Assists in enrollment and orientation of parents and their children as assigned. Oversees housekeeping procedures within classroom and in common center areas as assigned. Monitors Health Department sanitation procedures. Participates in, shares during, and/or prepares for classroom and center staff meetings, parent meeting, parent conferences or center promotional activities as necessary or assigned. Assumes responsibility for operation of Children’s Learning Center in the absence of the Director as assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Children’s Learning Center Director. Required Qualifications A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Development OR a related field with at least eighteen (18) hours of credit in early childhood education. Desired Qualifications Early childhood work experience and education. Work Schedule: Ability to work a flexible schedule of up to 19 hours per week.
$20.31/hour Part-time flex employees are not eligible to participate in certain benefit offerings at the College, including tuition reimbursement, tuition waiver, or health insurance. Part-time flex employees will be eligible for paid time off dependent on scheduled hours.
Part time Total Hours Per Week: 19 Position Type: Staff Job Family: Part-Time Staff Under 20 Hours Posting Date: 02/27/2026 Expected Start Date: 03/27/2026 Compensation Grade: Part-Time Staff Under 20 Hours Location: Lakeshore Campus Department: JM - Children's Learning Center Lakeshore Sub Department EEO Statement College of Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a policy of non-discrimination. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history). Please log into your Workday account to submit your application. Applications submitted outside of your Workday employee or student account will not be considered. College of Lake County (CLC) is a comprehensive community college located in northeastern Illinois committed to being an innovative educational institution providing life-changing paths for our students by offering exceptional learning experiences. CLC aspires to be a place where every student succeeds, every employee thrives, so that every business achieves and every community grows. Our mission is to be innovative and value-driven in supporting student success through developing and encouraging employees of all backgrounds on their journey toward achieving personal and professional growth. CLC achieved a milestone in 2025 with its designation as a Leader College of Distinction. CLC is part of the Achieving the Dream (ATD) Network, made up of 300+ colleges committed to supporting student success at their institutions and promoting economic vitality throughout their communities. CLC has been a member of the ATD Network since 2019 and has held Leader College status since 2023.
Market context
In Alabama, substitute lead teacher roles often draw steady interest because schools need flexible coverage for classrooms while maintaining continuity for young learners. This role can be competitive when candidates already have early childhood coursework, related experience, and the ability to step in quickly with classroom routines. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your degree, 18 credit hours in early childhood education, and any relevant experience before applying.